News and updates from Cal OES
Crisis Counseling Assistance is Available to LA County Wildfire Survivors
LOS ANGELES – If you are feeling overwhelmed by emotions, stress, or hopelessness, you are not alone. Help is available for disaster survivors experiencing emotional distress following the wildfires. The Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program is a federally...
If FEMA Initially Finds You Ineligible for Assistance, You Still Have Options
LOS ANGELES – If you received a letter from FEMA that says you’re ineligible for assistance, you still have options. A quick fix, like providing more information, may change FEMA’s initial determination. Duplication of benefits is a common reason for a FEMA...
One Week Left to Apply for Federal Assistance
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) LOS ANGELES – Only a week remains for homeowners, renters and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles County to apply for federal...
Shelter Available for Communities Impacted by the Wildfires in Southern California
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) As Los Angeles recovers from wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the state, federal and local...
Tree Removal & Preservation After a Fire
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) Trees are an important part of the landscape and hold deep personal, cultural, and environmental significance for many. After a fire, trees can become a hazard...